Lt. Michael Murphy Post Office In Patchogue To Host 2-Day Job Fair

PATCHOGUE, NY — A two-day job fair will be held at the Lt. Michael Murphy U.S. Post Office in Patchogue on next Wednesday and Thursday.

Post office experts will be available to assist applicants, answer questions and provide guidance through the application process between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The fair aims to fill immediate openings for both city and rural carrier assistants, as well as assistant rural carriers, according to a news release. The starting salary for city carrier assistants is $18.92 per hour, and rural carrier associates and assistant rural carriers start at $19.06 per hour.

Applications will be accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers, and once on the site, applicants can enter the keyword “Patchogue." The careers page is updated frequently and interested candidates are encouraged to check back frequently.

Officials said "as part of an innovative and bold 10-year plan, Delivering for America, the postal service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce."

"Our employees are our greatest asset and we are investing in our new employees by providing robust training and on-the-job support," officials stated in a news release.

The agency offers competitive wages and benefits, and career advancement opportunities, according to officials.

"Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step to starting a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people," officials said. "Whether you are seeking seasonal, part-time, or a full-time opportunity, we want you to be a part of our proud tradition of service."

Interested applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to pass drug screening and a criminal background investigation and be available to work weekends and holidays. The job posting listing includes full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements, and benefits information.

The postal service is an equal opportunity employer that offers "a fast-paced, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement," officials said.

The postal service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations, according to officials.